“Apateu Apateu” — FB Page Says Song Is Bad Influence But Netizens Think It’s Just Catchy

Source: SAYS

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You can’t escape it—it’s everywhere! The catchy tune “APT” by BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars has taken the internet by storm, amassing over 136 million views on YouTube since its release on October 18.

While the song has gained immense popularity and become a staple in social media videos, a Facebook page has raised alarms about its lyrics.

Inspired by a South Korean drinking game called “Apartment,” the song features a repetitive chorus of the word “apateu,” a Konglish term for apartment.

In a post on October 24, Public Health Malaysia (unaffiliated with the Health Ministry) expressed concerns about the song’s suggestive lyrics and the potential impact on youth. They pointed out lyrics like Rosé’s desire to “kiss your lips for real” and Bruno Mars suggesting turning an apartment into a party scene.

The post argued that the song’s catchy nature might expose children to these suggestive messages without fully grasping their meanings.

However, many netizens feel that the concerns come a bit late. With over 14,000 likes, 2,900 comments, and 7,400 shares on the post, users commented that most people don’t even pay attention to the lyrics.

One user quipped, “A bit late; the song’s already stuck in my head,” while another added, “I only listen to it because it’s catchy. The lyrics don’t make me want to go drinking.”

Others offered insights into how different people listen to music. One commenter humorously explained, “There are two types of listeners: those who focus on lyrics first and those who just enjoy the catchy melody without thinking too much.”

Additionally, users pointed out that many pop songs contain suggestive messages that haven’t faced similar scrutiny. “Western lyrics often have double meanings anyway,” one remarked.

“Why not critique songs like ‘Bang Bang’ by Jessie J, Ariana Grande, and Nicki Minaj?” another commenter suggested. “This isn’t new; many popular English songs have had similar messages for years.”